1963 Austin Princess vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1974 Triumph 2000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 935 kg more than 1974 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | Princess | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2700 mm |
